Colombia · SCUBA DIVING IN SAN ANDRÉS
The 7 best scuba diving trips in San Andrés you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is there for a reason; start with it and work down.
San Andrés scuba experience with hotel pickup, beginner training, a 12m Big Mamá underwater session, and an underwater museum.
“Sami was an absolutely amazing instructor. He was kind and very patient. I went diving with my mom and the assistance he gave us was incredible. Would do it 1000 times again. What an amazing experience. They also have a cute cat at the diving shop :)”
Beginner-friendly private scuba training in San Andrés with coached skills at 2 meters, reef time at 6 to 12 meters, plus photo-video.
“Super first time experince, even went back and booked other session. Great service and price. Recomnend”
Discover SCUBA in San Andrés with a PADI instructor, pool skills, and a calm open-sea session for 35-40 minutes up to 10m.
“We had such a great time with the Discovery Dive! Andres explained everything that we needed to know and practiced with us until we felt comfortable. My husband was did not feel comfortable breathing underwater and felt like he might panic. Andres was very understanding and had him practice in the pool longer to get more comfortable. He then stated that his assistant would stay with my husband closer to the surface and he took me diving up to 40 ft. It was a great experience and I now know that I definitely want to get certified and my husband definitely does not!”
Walk the San Andrés ocean floor with a breathing helmet, a friendly guide, and a Poseidon stop, plus optional photo souvenirs.
“Very fun and beautiful view underwater! You can hang out right at beach spot right there. It's so fun!”
Two-tank scuba tour in San Andrés with a private guide, included gear and neoprene suit, snacks, and a scuba computer, weather permitting.
“This was my second time diving, and unfortunately, my experience wasn’t as comfortable as the first. My instructor, Boris, initially worked with me one-on-one, but I felt he lacked patience as I struggled to find my breathing rhythm. We later joined two other divers, but his teaching method didn’t help me feel at ease. Additionally, while removing my equipment, the weight belt slipped and landed on my foot, leaving me with a swollen foot, though the team did provide ice to alleviate the pain. While I love diving and was hoping to feel comfortable, the lack of effective communication and patience from the instructor was disappointing. Lastly, I was a…”
Beginner scuba training in San Andrés with pool practice, a guided 10-meter Caribbean session, and small-group safety for $68.
“We were picked up at our hotel and driven to the diving school. We had booked the tour in English and once it was clear that my Spanish was not going to be good enough to follow and simultaneously translate to my husband the detailed safety instructions, one of the instructors brought his English speaking colleague Carlos who gave the group bilingual instructions in a pool on how to breathe, recover the mouth piece if lost, descend, visual cues to communicate under water etc. I struggled with the breathing at first and was a bit stressed and Carlos was fantastic in taking the time to explain everything, giving good advice…”
Beginner scuba in San Andrés: coral reef basics, hotel pickup, and underwater statues. 3 hours, small group, English offered.
“We booked but due to the temperature it was cancelled but not refunded and communication with the agency is very difficultAuto-translated”
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